Whole model of wreck raising lighter

Model, scale 1:48, of a wreck-lifting vessel (1882), on mahogany base, made by Science Museum, Workshops, South Kensington, London, England, from drawings supplied by the Thames Conservancy Board, London, England, 1900-1908. The actual vessel was originally designed by J. and G. Rennie for the Thames Conservancy Board, London.

Details

Category:
Water Transport
Object Number:
1908-70
Materials:
mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy), aluminium (metal), paint and metal (unknown)
Measurements:
with stand: 245 mm x 747 mm x 207 mm,
type:
model - representation and lighter (watercraft)